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Icom IC-440N Instruction Manual

Manual is about: UHF TRANSCEIVER

Summary of IC-440N

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    Instruction manual i440n uhf transceiver.

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    I important read all instructions carefully before using the ic-440n uhf transceiver . Keep this instruction manual , as it contains important operating information that may be useful in the future. Explicit definitions word definition r danger! Personal death, serious injury or an explo- sion may o...

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    Ii precautions r warning! Never connect the transceiver to an ac outlet. This may pose a fi re hazard or result in an electric shock. Never connect the transceiver to a power source of more than 27.6 v dc. This will damage the transceiver. Never connect the transceiver to a power source using revers...

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    Iii precautions (continued) do not operate the transceiver near unshielded electri- cal blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. Do not operate the transceiver for extended periods without running the vehicle’s engine. The transceiver’s power consumption may soon exhaust the vehicles battery. Do...

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    Iv table of contents important .......................................................................... I explicit definitions ....................................................... I operational notes ........................................................ I precautions ...........................

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    V 9 other functions ...............................................40–44 smart-ring and ats ■ ..................................................40 rx frequency (for rx channels only) ■ .........................41 ptt hold ■ ....................................................................43 data ...

  • Page 7: Accessories and Installation

    1 1 accessories and installation 1 1 supplied accessories ■ q dc power cable (3 m) ····················································· 1 w mounting bracket ···························································· 1 e microphone (hm-182) ····················································· 1 r...

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    2 1 accessories and installation installation and connection (continued) ■ installation methods d center console.> microphone main unit main unit main unit using the mounting bracket d drill 3 holes where you want to install the mounting bracket. Q • approximately 5.5–6 mm when using nuts; approxima...

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    3 1 accessories and installation 1 release lever note • when detaching the transceiver from the mounting brack- et, push up and hold the release lever, then pull the trans- ceiver to the direction of the arrow. • the mounting bracket can be attached even upside down. When detaching the transceiver f...

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    4 1 accessories and installation battery d r warning! Never remove the fuse holders from the dc power cable. Do not use the cigarette lighter socket for power connec- tion (see page 6 for details.) attach a rubber grommet when passing the dc power cable through a metal plate to prevent a short circu...

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    5 1 accessories and installation 1 antenna d antenna location to obtain the transceiver's maximum performance, select a high-quality antenna and mount it in a good location. A non-radial antenna should be used when using a magnetic mount. Roof-mount antenna (drill a hole or use a magnetic mount.) gu...

  • Page 12: Unit Description

    6 2 unit description ic-440n front and rear panels ■ q w r e front panel rear panel q microphone connector connects the supplied microphone or cloning cable (opc- 1122u.) q dc output (same voltage as connected battery or dc power supply) w tx line e gnd r ptt t gnd (microphone ground) y af line u po...

  • Page 13: Hm-182 Description

    2 unit description 2 hm-182 description ■ prio low scan o g p ch set p rs tag sql q w e speaker microphone r t y u i moni f set t sql o !0 !1 information: up to four desired functions, one each for normal and function mode, can be re-assigned to the f set , moni t sql , scan tag , o g p rs , prio se...

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    8 2 unit description hm-182 front and top panels (continued) ■ prio low scan o g p ch set p rs tag sql q w e speaker microphone r t y u i moni f set t sql o !0 !1 r o•g•p/rs key o g p rs n (scan mode/rpt scan) push to sequentially select the scan type between ➥ open scan, group scan and priority sca...

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    9 2 unit description 2 y prio/set•p key prio set p n (prio/prio set) push to select the priority channel. (p. 17) ➥ hold down for 2 seconds to set the displayed channel ➥ as the priority channel. (p. 17) f (s-ring/prio clear) push to transmit the smart-ring signal. (p. 40) ➥ • when “ tsql ” is displ...

  • Page 16: Display

    10 2 unit description display ■ q w r u i o !0 y e t !5 !6 !7 !4 !3 !2 !1 q transmit indicator appears when you transmit. W busy indicator appears while the channel is busy. E signal strength indicator shows relative signal strength level. • “ ” blinks when the ats function is in use. (p. 40) r tone...

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    11 2 unit description 2 !6 internal speaker mute indicator (p. 14) appears* when the volume level is set to 0 (the audio is muted). *depending on pre-setting. !7 quiet indicator (p. 39) appears when the quiet function is on. (selcall mute is activated) information: “ n/a ” appears if the pushed key ...

  • Page 18: Programmable Function Keys

    12 2 unit description programmable function keys ■ the following functions can be assigned to f set , moni t sql , scan tag , prio set p o g p rs , ch sql and low programmable function keys with the cs-440n cloning software . The key function activates after pushing f set , when the pro- grammable f...

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    13 2 unit description 2 quiet/id-mr ➥ while in the cb channel mode, push to turn the quiet function on or off. ➥ hold down for 2 seconds to enter the received id code his- tory indication mode. Sql/ats ➥ push to enter the squelch level setting mode, then push or to set the squelch level. ➥ hold down...

  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    14 3 basic operation turning power on ■ hold down q for 2 seconds to turn on the power. If the transceiver is programmed with a start-up password, w this needs to be entered before the transceiver can be op- erated. • the keys in the table below can be used for password input: • the transceiver dete...

  • Page 21: Receiving and Transmitting

    15 3 basic operation 3 zone type selection d (available only when more than two zones are set.) push q f set (function) to enter the function mode, and hold down low (zone) for 2 seconds to enter the zone select mode. Push w or to select the desired zone, then push low (zone) again to set it. Note: ...

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    16 3 basic operation receiving and transmitting (continued) ■ transmitting : wait for the channel to become clear to avoid interference. Q hold down [ptt] and speak into the microphone at a nor- mal voice level. • when transmitting, “ ” appears. • a ptt hold function is available. See page 38 for de...

  • Page 23: Priority Channel

    17 3 basic operation 3 priority channel ■ the priority channel, simply recalled by pushing prio set p (prio), and also is automatically monitored during the priority scan. You can set only one channel as the priority, and “p” appears when it is set. The priority channel selection d ➥ push prio set p...

  • Page 24: Monitor

    18 3 basic operation monitor ■ this function is used to listen to weak signals or to open the tone squelch manually. ➥ push moni t sql (monitor) to toggle the monitor function on and off. • “ ” blinks when the monitor function is in use. Blinks blinks lock ■ this function electronically locks all ke...

  • Page 25: Display Backlighting

    19 3 basic operation 3 display backlighting ■ the transceiver has a backlight display for night-time and low-light operation. Select the desired mode. Hold down q f set (set mode) for 2 sec. To enter set mode. Push w f set * or moni t sql * several times until “ light ” appears. E push or to select ...

  • Page 26: Set Mode

    20 4 set mode set mode ■ set mode allows you to change various common settings for the transceiver, or individual settings for the operating chan- nel. Essentially, you can customise the transceiver to suit your preferences and operating style. Available functions may differ, depending on the pre-se...

  • Page 27: Set Mode Items

    21 4 set mode 4 set mode items ■ squelch level* d select the noise squelch threshold level between 0 and 9. • there are 10 squelch levels to choose from; 0 is completely open, 9 is a tight squelch and 1 is a loose squelch level. Squelch level 1 (default) squelch level 0 (“ ”appears) ctcss tone frequ...

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    22 4 set mode lcd backlight brightness d the lcd backlight brightness can be adjusted from 0 (dark) to 7 (bright). Bright level 4 (default) bright level 0 lcd contrast d the contrast level of the lcd can be adjusted from 0 (dark) to 7 (bright). Contrast level 5 (default) contrast level 2 beep tone d...

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    23 4 set mode 4 microphone gain level d set the microphone gain level from 1 (min) to 5 (max.) mic gain level 3 (default) mic gain level 1 signal message displaying function d this function displays “roger” or “scall” when the roger beep signal or selcall signal is transmitting. It is useful to chec...

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    24 4 set mode scan resume timer d the scan resume mode can be set as a pause (p5) or timer scan (15/10/5). When signal disappears, scan resumes after 5 seconds regardless of the setting. 15/10/5 : scan pauses for 15, 10 or 5 seconds when a signal is detected, then resumes. P5 : scan pauses until the...

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    25 4 set mode 4 ptt hold function d the ptt switch can be operated as a one-touch ptt switch (each push toggles between transmit and receive). You can transmit without holding the ptt switch using this function. It automatically stops the transmission after 3 minutes. See page 43 for details. Ptt ho...

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    26 4 set mode own id d this function allows you to edit the own id. Own id ‘11111’ to edit the own id: hold down q f set (set mode) for 2 seconds to enter set mode. Push w f set * or moni t sql * to select the “own id” item. Hold down e scan tag * for 2 seconds to enter the own id edit mode. R push ...

  • Page 33: Repeater Operation

    27 5 repeater operation 5 repeater operation ■ repeaters extend the operational range of the transceiver by re-transmitting received signals. They are usually located on the top of hills or mountains, as the elevation increases their effectiveness, allowing the user to transmit and receive over grea...

  • Page 34: Scan

    28 6 scan scan types ■ the transceiver has 4 scan types, tag function and 4 re- sume options, for scanning versatility. Repeatedly scans all tag channels in sequence. Ch 40 ch 1 ch 2 ch 3 ch 4 ch 5 ch 6 ch 39 open scan repeatedly watches a designated priority chan- nel after scanning 5 tagged channe...

  • Page 35: Scanning Preparation

    29 6 scan 6 scanning preparation ■ ic-440n scans all tagged channels when a scan is activat- ed. When the ic-440n fi nds a busy channel, it can be set to pause or resume after a pause (scan stop timer). (excluding repeater search scan). (see scan stop timer in set mode. The default setting is p5). S...

  • Page 36: Open Scan

    30 6 scan scan resume mode d hold down q f set (set mode) for 2 seconds to enter set mode. Push w f set * or moni t sql * several times until “scn-t” appears. Push e or to select the scan resume timer. • 5 : scan pauses for 5 seconds then resumes. • 10 : scan pauses for 10 seconds then resumes. • 15...

  • Page 37: Group and Priority Scan

    31 6 scan 6 group and priority scan ■ group and priority scans repeatedly look for signal on the pri- ority channel while scanning specifi ed channels. This is use- ful when waiting for a call on the priority channel or several specifi ed channels. Group and priority scans behave differently when tr...

  • Page 38: Repeater Search Scan

    32 6 scan repeater search scan ■ the repeater search scan is used not only to search for a signal on the repeater channels, but also to access a repeat- er by automatically transmitting in sequence. The repeater search function searches available repeaters in the area, even if the repeater is not in...

  • Page 39: Tone Squelch and Pocket Beep

    33 7 tone squelch and pocket beep 6 7 tone squelch ■ the transceiver is equipped with 51 ctcss tone frequen- cies, 104 dtcs codes. Ctcss/dtcs operation provides communication with silent standby since you will only receive calls from group members using the same ctcss tone fre- quency or dtcs code. ...

  • Page 40: Pocket Beep

    34 7 tone squelch and pocket beep tone squelch (continued) ■ • available ctcss tone frequency list (hz) freq. 67.0 69.3 71.0 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 no. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 freq. 94.8 97.4 100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9 114.8 118.8 123.0 127.3 131.8 no. 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 ...

  • Page 41: Selcall (Selective Calling)

    35 8 selcall (selective calling) 7 8 in addition to the tone squelch operation for silent stand-by, the selcall (selective calling) operation can be used. In tone squelch (group mode), there are 51 tone/code options when making a call. Selcall offers a much more versatile 100,000 options when using ...

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    36 8 selcall (selective calling) push e or to select the desired tx code channel. R push [ptt] to transmit on the selected tx code channel, or push scan tag (tx code ch) to set the selected tx code channels. Then repeat steps q through e , then push [ptt] to transmit. Appears transmitting ✓ convenie...

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    37 8 selcall (selective calling) 8 t push or to select the desired code. • select “ ✱ ” when group code is set. Y push scan tag (tx code ch) to set the selected digit. • the editable digit to right is automatically selected to be se- lected. U repeat steps t and y to input all allowed digits. I afte...

  • Page 44: Receiving

    38 8 selcall (selective calling) receiving ■ receiving an individual call d when receiving a rx code (default setting); q • beeps sound. • the received code channel name is displayed, if programmed. • “ ë ” and the displayed channel name* blink, and the selcall mute is released when the quiet mode i...

  • Page 45: Quiet Mode

    39 8 selcall (selective calling) 8 quiet mode ■ when quiet mode is turned on, the selcall mute is activated and allows silent operation until receiving a selcall. ➥ push f set (function) to enter the function mode, then push o g p rs (quiet) to toggle the quiet mode on and off. • “ q ” appears when ...

  • Page 46: Other Functions

    40 9 other functions these functions have an answer back feature and allow con- fi rmation if a call has reached the receiving party, even if the operator is temporarily away from the transceiver. Smart ring is a manual confi rmation, while ats is automatic. Smart-ring d set the same ctcss tone freq...

  • Page 47: Rx Frequency

    41 9 other functions 9 rx frequency ■ (for rx channels only) the receive frequency in the rx channels can be re-pro- grammed between 450 to 520 mhz, depending on the set- ting. Rx channel setting d the rx channels do not appear on the lcd (default; “inhibit” setting) and cannot be selected. Therefor...

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    42 9 other functions r push scan tag * to select the desired digit to be edited. T select the desired digit using and . Y push scan tag * to set the digit. The editable digit to its right is automatically selected. U repeat steps t and y to input the desired frequency. I hold down f set * for 2 seco...

  • Page 49: Ptt Hold

    43 9 other functions 9 ptt hold ■ the ptt switch can be operated as a one-touch ptt switch (each push toggles between transmit/receive). Using this function makes it possible to transmit without holding down the ptt. To prevent accidental, continuous transmission with this function, the transceiver ...

  • Page 50: All Reset

    44 9 other functions all reset ■ the function display may occasionally display erroneous in- formation. This may be caused externally by static electricity or by other factors. If this problem occurs, turn off the pow- er. After a few seconds, turn on the power. If the problem persists, perform the ...

  • Page 51: Specifications and Options

    45 10 specifications and options 9 10 general d • frequency coverage cb : 476.425–477.4125mhz rx : 450.000–520.000 mhz (rx only) • mode : 8k50f3e • number of channels : max 128ch/8 banks • antenna impedance : 50 • input impedance : 600 • output impedance : 4 • intermediate frequency : 1st 46.35 mhz,...

  • Page 52: Options

    46 10 specifications and options specifi cations ■ receiver (continued) d [rx (450.000–520.000 mhz)] (except cb (476.425–477.4125 mhz)) • sensitivity (12 db sinad) : 0.25 µv typical • hum and noise : 45 db typical • conducted spurious radiation : less than –57 dbm (9 khz–1.0 ghz) less than –47 dbm (...

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    47 11 maintenance 10 11 troubleshooting ■ if your transceiver seems to be malfunctioning, please check the following points before sending it to a service center. Problem possible cause solution ref. The transceiver’s power will not turn on. No sound comes from the speaker. Sensitivity is low and on...

  • Page 54: Fuse Replacement

    48 11 maintenance problem possible cause solution ref. Transmission continues even when the ptt is re- leased. T h e f u n c t i o n d i s p l a y shows erroneous informa- tion. • ptt hold function is activated. • the cpu is malfunctioning. • turn off the function. • reset the cpu. Pp. 43, 25 p. 44 ...

  • Page 55: Warranty and Registration

    49 12 warranty and registration 11 12 icom limited warranty icom incorporated is proud of its advanced technology and the high quality of workmanship and components included in the production of every product. Icom (australia) pty. Ltd., the authorised icom distributor, warrants this icom product wi...

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    55 index – a – accessing repeater ··············································································· 27 accessories and installation ··································································· 1 adjusting the squelch level ························································...

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    56 index 56 – p – pocket beep ·························································································· 34 precautions ······························································································ii priority channel ··················································...

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    57 index – t – table of contents ····················································································iv tag channel setting ··············································································· 29 the priority channel selection ··············································...

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    1-1-32 kamiminami, hirano-ku, osaka 547-0003, japan a-6967d-1au printed in japan © 2011 icom inc. Printed on recycled paper with soy ink..